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Looking for a quick bite to eat? Head on over to Atlanta's Ultamate bar and Grill.
The menu at Ultamate bar and Grill does not include any low-fat options, so come ready to indulge.
Ultamate bar and Grill's fully stocked bar is a perk for patrons who enjoy a fine wine (or more) with their meal.
Don't miss the happy hour food and drink specials, where a great bargain is always in sight.
Summer meals will taste even better when you enjoy them on Ultamate bar and Grill's gorgeous patio.
You'll also catch a live DJ spinning at Ultamate bar and Grill some evenings.
The noise level can sometimes reach near deafening levels, so save your conversations for another night.
The restaurant is quite lively during the week, so seating may be hard to come by.
Take it nice and easy at Ultamate bar and Grill, where casual dress is the rule of the day.
Can't get enough of Ultamate bar and Grill's tasty dishes? They also offer a catering service for parties and events.
Or, take your food to-go.
Drivers can access the parking lot next door.
Your tab at Ultamate bar and Grill will usually run to about $30 per guest.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all served at Ultamate bar and Grill, so come by whenever it fits your schedule.

A septuplet of subjects form the core of Seven Arts Center's curricula: the visual arts, literature, theater, multimedia, health, martial arts, and cooking. Through their daily classroom programs and radio station, Seven Arts Radio, the center?s teachers help adults and children across Atlanta develop into the kind of renaissance people rarely seen since Pablo Picasso made his action-movie debut. Painting classes can take the form of structured multisession courses for aspiring artists, or casual one-time events for those simply looking for a new hobby. Other classes give students tips on using computers, playing music, or passing the GED.

IndoCycle Studio is a spinning-only facility where members come for vigorous indoor group cycling workouts. Stationary Spinner NXT bikes are the focal point of each calorie-blasting workout—experienced instructors lead classes in high-energy cycling circuits, incorporating music, visual effects, and subliminal sounds of stampeding herds to help riders through intense sessions. Each workout is customizable to every individual’s fitness level, but the end result is the same for everyone; burn fat and build muscle during rides that simulate climbing hills and racing courses. IndoCycle Studio provides towels, water, and shoes for gym-goers, as well as gel seats for those who want extra cushioning.

Classically trained and culturally diverse, Ballethnic Dance Company blends traditional ballet with the artistic influences of ethnic cultures. Its classes include ballet at all levels, hip hop, and jazz, along with more unique offerings such as African and ballethnicize, an original dance style developed by cofounder Waverly Lucas.

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On this week’s agenda: kids make contemporary art, Weezer takes the field after the Braves, T-Pain and Brad Paisley bring the noise, and a barbecue festival invades Midtown. As always, check Groupon for even more great things to do in Atlanta.
Contemporary Kids: Summer Sunprints
West Midtown | Saturday, August 19, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
In conjunction with its current Be Here Now exhibition, the Atlanta Contemporary Art Center invites children aged 2 or older to spend some time making art in the sun. Kids will walk away with their very own sunprint, a unique work of art that uses natural sunlight as a developing agent. (535 Means St. NW; free)
Atlanta Braves Summer Concert Series: Weezer
Turner Field | Tuesday, August 12, 7 p.m.
The Braves are once again in the thick of the playoff race, but even the hometown team might be eclipsed by the latest entry in Turner Field's Summer Concert Series. The reinvigorated Weezer takes the field shortly after the Braves face the visiting Dodgers, and all ticket holders can attend the show for free. Though their 10th album is due out this summer, Weezer's sure to trot out crowd favorites "Say It Ain't So" and "Buddy Holly." (755 Hank Aaron Dr. SE; $10–$89; buy tickets here)
T-Pain's "Drankin Patna" Tour at The Masquerade
Old Fourth Ward | Wednesday, August 13, 7 p.m.
T-Pain is a lot of things. He's a Grammy-winning songwriter and producer, a rapper known for hits such as "Up Down (Do This All Day)," and a guy who spends a lot of his time in the ATL. He'll be taking his swagger and his bionic vocals to the stage at The Masquerade for an all-ages hometown hip-hop bash that promises to be more party than show. (695 North Ave. NE; $25; buy tickets here)
Brad Paisley's Country Nation World Tour
Lakewood Heights | Thursday, August 14, 7 p.m.
Moving to the opposite side of the musical spectrum, country star Brad Paisley brings his rollicking live show to Aaron's Amphitheatre at Lakewood as part of his Country Nation World Tour. Blending humor and pop-culture references with hot guitar licks, Paisley is a true modern star. He'll be touring on the back of his new album, the folksy-named Moonshine in the Trunk. (2002 Lakewood Ave. SE; $28.25+; buy tickets here)
Atlanta Bar-B-Q Festival
Midtown | Friday, August 15, 4 p.m.–10 p.m.
The sixth annual Atlanta Bar-B-Q Festival casts a wide net, pulling in pulled pork and ribs from Texas, Carolina, Memphis, and other barbecue-loving locales. The two-day celebration kicks off on Friday, and you'll want to get there early if you're planning on trying everything. Our advice? Opt for the Bourbon Experience Ticket, which gets you admission to the festival along with a commemorative sample glass and samples of premium bourbons. (1380 Atlantic Dr. NW; $6–$25; buy tickets here)
Photos: Atlanta Bar-B-Q Festival and Craig O’Neal (Brad Paisley)

On this week’s agenda: art in the park, a Civil War reenactment, country star Jennifer Nettles, Comedy for a Cause, and the Museum of Design Atlanta’s 25th birthday bash. As always, check Groupon for even more great things to do in Atlanta.
Art in the Park Festival
Marietta | Saturday, August 30, to Monday, September 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Artists from around the country will descend upon historic Marietta Square and Glover Park on Labor Day weekend for the city's annual arts extravaganza. The free event features an artist market, a children’s art alley, and the Chalk Spot, a chalk art display to which kids can contribute their own designs. (100 Cherokee St.; free)
Blue & Gray Saturday Family Civil War Event
Sandy Springs | Saturday, August 30, 11 a.m.
The sesquicentennial anniversary of America's Civil War is upon us, and the Heritage Sandy Springs Museum is honoring the event with a series of reenactments and exhibitions. This final installment of Blue & Gray Saturdays features Union soldiers sharing their stories of combat, as well as a new exhibition that explores how the Civil War affected Sandy Springs. (6075 Sandy Springs Cir.; free)
Jennifer Nettles at Chastain Park Amphitheatre
Chastain Park | Sunday, August 31, 8 p.m.
You might know Jennifer Nettles as one half of award-studded country powerhouse Sugarland, with which she recorded the Grammy-winning ''Stay.'' But the singer recently struck out on her own, enlisting legendary producer Rick Rubin to help her record a stripped-down record, That Girl, which shot to number one on the US country charts after its January release. (4469 Stella Dr. NW; $34+; buy tickets here)
Comedy for a Cause ALS Fundraiser at The Punchline Comedy Club
Sandy Springs | Wednesday, September 3, 8 p.m.
Forget the Ice Bucket Challenge. Laughter is not only the best medicine; it's also the best way to raise money for a good cause. Local comics will bring their best jokes to the stage in an effort to raise money for ALS research, and if all else fails, they'll probably just dump ice water on their heads for a bit of slapstick humor. (280 Hilderbrand Dr. NE; $10; buy tickets here)
Museum of Design Atlanta's 25th Anniversary Celebration
Midtown | Thursday, September 4, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The MODA's 25th anniversary celebration will double as a tribute to architect, artist, and visionary John C. Portman, Jr., who helped get the museum off the ground with his early contributions. Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails throughout the night, as well as music by the CoResonance String Quartet until 7:30 p.m. (1315 Peachtree St.; $75; buy tickets here)

On this week’s agenda: Japan comes to Atlanta, spotlights shine on indie films and music, Decatur’s Iberian Pig celebrates an anniversary with lots of ham, and Bodies: The Exhibition leads guests on an intimate voyage through the human body. As always, check Groupon for even more great things to do in Atlanta.
JapanFest
Duluth | Saturday, September 20, and Sunday, September 21
This weekend, Gwinnett Center in Duluth hosts one of the largest Japanese festivals in the country. Take in a taiko drum concert, learn how to cultivate your own bonsai tree, or simply watch a bunch of kids run around in cute kimonos. Speaking of kids, children 6 and younger are granted free admission. (6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy.;$8, free for kids 6 and younger; buy tickets here)
The Peach State Film and Music Festival at Atlanta Adamsville Rec Center
Adamsville | Saturday, September 20, 7 p.m.
Comedian Katrina Pope hosts this all-out feast for film and music lovers, which kicks off with two independent films, including The Next Day—a story of sordid romance, murder, and secrets, starring singer Deanna Dawn. Guests are then treated to soothing neo-soul from Takiya Mason and Deanna Dawn, and uplifting gospel from Christian singer Wumi Abe. A three-course meal and beverage come with admission. (3201 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. SW; $49+; buy tickets here)
Joyce Manor at The Mammal Gallery
Downtown | Saturday, September 20, 8 p.m.
Against all odds, 2014 is shaping up to be the Year of Emo. Even before genre heavyweights Mineral and American Football reunited, younger bands such as Southern California's Joyce Manor were wearing their hearts loudly on their sleeves, playing songs that feature loose guitars and wailing vocals. Joyce Manor is among emo's most promising new bands, and they proved so much with this year's fantastic Never Hungover Again. Don't miss them at the Mammal Gallery, Downtown Atlanta's finest DIY arts space. Des Ark, the Exqusites, and Places To Hide open. (91 Broad St. SW; $12–$14; buy tickets here)
The Iberian Pig's 5th Anniversary Bash
Decatur | Tuesday, September 23, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The Iberian Pig has been bringing creative iterations of pork and other Spanish dishes to Decatur Square for five years now, and the chefs are celebrating in a big way. How big? Well, they’re toasting the occasion with a whole suckling pig roast, free churros from their in-house churro cart, live music, and a carving of their oldest cured leg of Iberico ham. Call ahead to reserve a spot. (121 Sycamore St.; varies; buy tickets here)
Bodies: The Exhibition at Atlantic Station
Midtown | Through November 16
Bodies: The Exhibition leads guests on an intimate, education-packed voyage through the human body and its collection of intricately assembled systems. Numerous actual full-body specimens and more than 100 real human organs—each meticulously dissected and reverently displayed—provide a behind-the-scenes peek into anatomical inner workings. (265 18th St.; $18+; buy tickets here)